Business Details
Your Trusted Mental Health Therapists in Frisco, TX
At Carter Counseling, we are dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based mental health services tailored to individual needs. With over 20 years of experience as a Licensed Professional Counselor, Gina Carter combines advanced training in EMDR therapy with an eclectic therapeutic approach to address trauma, anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges. Our practice emphasizes personalized care through techniques rooted in behavioral, cognitive, and affective models, ensuring clients receive practical tools for lasting change. As a Certified EMDR Therapist with EMDRIA, we specialize in helping individuals process traumatic memories and overcome emotional barriers.Our therapeutic experience spans diverse settings including hospitals, community mental health centers, and international counseling programs. We prioritize confidentiality, trust, and client empowerment while maintaining strict adherence to professional ethical standards. Located in Frisco, Texas, our practice serves individuals seeking meaningful transformation through specialized mental health support.
Services
Counseling Services
EMDR Therapy
Individual Therapy
Group Therapy
Trauma Treatment
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of clinical mental health experience
- Our EMDR certification meets international trauma therapy standards
- Personalized treatment plans adapt to individual client needs
- Evidence-based approaches combine behavioral, cognitive, and emotional techniques
- Specialized trauma recovery programs with proven effectiveness
Associations and certifications
- EMDRIA
Services
Counseling Services
Personalized mental health counseling addressing anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship challenges through evidence-based techniques. Our services combine behavioral, cognitive, and emotional approaches to create tailored treatment plans. Clients receive practical coping strategies and professional support for lasting emotional healing and personal growth.
EMDR Therapy
Specialized Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy for trauma recovery, endorsed by major psychological associations. This evidence-based treatment addresses PTSD, anxiety, and traumatic memories through bilateral stimulation techniques. Proven effective for various trauma types including accidents, abuse, and natural disasters.
Individual Therapy
Private counseling sessions focusing on personal mental health goals and emotional challenges. Services include trauma processing, anxiety management, and relationship improvement strategies. Each session builds on client-specific needs through collaborative treatment planning and evidence-based therapeutic techniques.
Group Therapy
Structured group sessions providing peer support for specific mental health challenges. Programs include trauma recovery groups and specialized support for anxiety and depression. Facilitated by experienced professionals using evidence-based group therapy methodologies to enhance individual healing processes.
Trauma Treatment
Comprehensive trauma treatment programs addressing acute and chronic traumatic experiences. Services utilize EMDR therapy, cognitive restructuring, and emotional processing techniques. Treatment focuses on reducing PTSD symptoms, intrusive thoughts, and improving overall emotional well-being through specialized trauma-informed care.
People
Gina Carter
Owner & Licensed Professional Counselor
Licensed Professional Counselor with 20+ years experience, certified EMDR therapist, and master's degrees in Marriage & Family Counseling and Religious Education. Specializes in trauma recovery and evidence-based mental health treatment across diverse clinical settings.
Questions
What is EMDR therapy and how does it work?
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a trauma-focused therapy using bilateral stimulation to help process traumatic memories. It reduces PTSD symptoms by reprocessing distressing experiences through guided eye movements or sensory stimulation.
What mental health services do you offer?
We provide individual counseling, EMDR therapy, trauma treatment, anxiety/depression management, and relationship counseling using evidence-based approaches tailored to each client's specific needs.
Do you accept insurance for therapy sessions?
We provide invoices for out-of-network insurance claims. Clients pay directly for services and submit claims to their insurance provider for potential reimbursement.
What is your cancellation policy?
We require 24-hour notice for appointment cancellations. Missed appointments without prior notice incur a $25 cancellation fee to maintain scheduling integrity.
